Going to therapy to talk to a trained professional is one of the most important acts of self-care someone can do. Whether it’s dealing with the loss of a loved one, another major life change, depression or anxiety, therapy can help someone process their feelings and develop healthy coping skills. 

Registered as an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist in California, I am passionate about breaking down traditional barriers to mental health treatment. I believe that the client is the expert on their own experiences, and I work to empower them to take control of their story and identify and build on their strengths. I primarily see individuals and have extensive experience working with depression, social anxiety, generalized anxiety, grief, and aging concerns. I lean toward a humanistic approach, but employ multiple therapeutic modalities, ensuring that my approach is appropriate for each client and their specific issues. 

In addition to my therapy work, I have been involved in public health education and advocacy efforts surrounding substance use disorders for the better part of a decade. I do not provide services to treat substance use disorders myself, but this knowledge and experience informs my therapeutic work as many people know someone in their life who has struggled with substance use.